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HVAC Technician in Utah: Salary, License Requirements, and How to Start

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Utah employs 5,580 HVAC technicians, with a statewide median of $58,730 and wide variation by city and experience. Here is the real wage data, the exact Utah licensing picture, and where to train.

What HVAC technicians Earn in Utah (May 2025)

Utah median pay: $58,730 (May 2025)
Starting range (10th percentile): $37,570
Experienced (75th percentile): $71,960
Top earners (90th percentile): $80,500
Employed in Utah: 5,580
U.S. median (for comparison): $59,810 (May 2024)

Wages vary substantially by metro. Median annual pay for HVAC technicians in major Utah markets:

Salt Lake City: $60,790 (2,540 employed)
Ogden: $59,150 (1,090 employed)
Logan: $55,420 (230 employed)
Provo: $48,930 (1,050 employed)
St. George: $47,790 (420 employed)

What That Pay Is Worth in Utah

Prices in Utah run about 1% below the national average (cost-of-living index 98.9 vs a U.S. baseline of 100, 2024), so the $58,730 median stretches to roughly $59,383 in national buying-power terms.

Job Outlook in Utah (2024–2034)

Utah is projected to grow HVAC technicians employment +21.3%, faster than the +8.1% projected nationally. The state expects about 640 openings a year, counting both growth and workers who retire or move on.

Utah License and Certification Requirements

HVAC work via DOPL contractor (S350) license + federal EPA 608 — regulated by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Contractor licensing.

Get hired as a helper/apprentice under a licensed HVAC contractor.
Earn the federal EPA Section 608 certification to handle refrigerants.
To contract, qualify for the Utah HVAC contractor (S350) license through DOPL (experience + exams).

Official requirements: Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Contractor licensing →

Training in Utah

Utah licenses HVAC at the contractor level rather than as a separate state journeyman license. A technical-college HVAC certificate plus EPA 608 gets you working fast.

Real training providers and registered apprenticeships in Utah include:

Davis Technical College — Certificate
Dixie Technical College — Certificate
Fortis College-Salt Lake City — Certificate
Mountainland Technical College — Certificate

Is This the Right Move for You?

Best for: People who want hands-on technical work with a shorter training runway than many licensed trades.

Think twice if: Extreme weather, attics, crawl spaces, and seasonal busy periods sound miserable.

Why it's resilient: Heating and cooling work combines mechanical diagnosis, in-person repair, weather-driven urgency, and local service trust.

First Steps

Compare local HVAC certificate programs and entry-level helper roles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do HVAC technicians make in Utah?

The median wage for HVAC technicians in Utah is $58,730 per year (May 2025, BLS). Entry-level pay (10th percentile) starts around $37,570, and top earners (90th percentile) make about $80,500. Pay varies by metro and years of experience.

What license or certification do you need to become a HVAC Technician in Utah?

HVAC work via DOPL contractor (S350) license + federal EPA 608, overseen by the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Contractor licensing. Get hired as a helper/apprentice under a licensed HVAC contractor.

Is being a HVAC Technician a good career in Utah?

Heating and cooling work combines mechanical diagnosis, in-person repair, weather-driven urgency, and local service trust.

Which Utah metros pay HVAC technicians the most?

Among Utah metro areas, Salt Lake City leads at $60,790, followed by Ogden ($59,150), Logan ($55,420). Local pay tracks regional demand and cost of living, so the highest-paying metro isn't always the best net move.

Where can I train to become a HVAC Technician in Utah?

Real Utah options include Davis Technical College, Dixie Technical College, Fortis College-Salt Lake City. Most HVAC technicians start with an accredited program, then earn the credential the state or employer requires.

Is HVAC Technician a growing career in Utah?

Utah projects HVAC technicians employment to change +21.3% from 2024 to 2034, with about 640 openings a year — a growing field in the state.

Sources and Verification

Wage data: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025), Utah statewide and metro estimates for SOC 49-9021. Licensing summary compiled from the Utah Division of Professional Licensing (DOPL) — Contractor licensing (2026-06-11). Requirements change — always confirm current rules with the board and verify program costs and outcomes before enrolling.

BLS Occupational Outlook · O*NET Utah wages · Utah licensing/certification source

Employment projections: Projections Central / BLS Employment Projections (2024–2034); Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities.

Pay percentiles describe current workers, not entry-level offers; training costs and local demand vary, so verify locally before committing money or quitting a job.